Jackson Unveils New Models, Including Pro Series Soloist SL7Q

Jackson has unveiled several new products at the Summer NAMM Show in Nashville, including additions to Anthrax guitarist Scott Ian’s and Iron Maiden guitarist Adrian Smith’s signature collections. Check them out below.

X Series Signature Scott Ian King V KVXTA co-founder of New York “Big Four” thrash metal institution Anthrax, guitarist Scott Ian has pummeled audiences with his huge sound and formidable chops for close to four decades. Experience the veritable thrash godfather’s signature tone with the X Series Scott Ian King V KVXT in an all-new Black finish with mirror pickguard.

X Series Signature Adrian Smith SDXQIron Maiden is one of the most successful and influential metal bands ever, thanks to the molten yet melodic guitar work of Adrian Smith. With timeless songwriting and thrilling live performances, Maiden continues to record, tour internationally and rock stadiums everywhere with electricity.

The SDXQ also offers an HSS pickup configuration and is powered by a Jackson high-output humbucking bridge pickup, Jackson single-coil middle pickup and single-coil neck pickup with five-way blade switching and master volume and tone controls. A non-recessed Floyd Rose Special double-locking 2-point tremolo bridge will withstand any and all abuse thrown at it, providing rock-solid intonation. Available in a Transparent Green finish with a black pickguard and black hardware. Coming October 2017.

Chosen specifically for their complementary sound, a pair of Seymour Duncan SH-6 7 pickups drives this guitar’s versatile voice—combining for highly balanced, flexible tone, with plenty of high-output for pristine cleans and snarling distortion. Master volume and tone controls shape the pickups’ output, which can be further refined with the five-way blade switch, while a recessed Floyd Rose FRT-SSO2000 double-locking tremolo provides outstanding sustain and solid intonation.

The SL7Q is available in an Alien Burst finish, featuring all-black hardware, single-ply neck binding and a reverse Jackson pointed 7-in-line headstock. Coming October 2017.

X Series Dinky Arch Top DKAF7 MSShred in ergonomic comfort and style with the Jackson X Series Dinky Arch Top DKA MS, available in a 7-string or 8-string option. A high-performance evolution of the electric guitar, these models unlock the possibilities of an instrument by accommodating two scale lengths on one fingerboard, thus improving overall playing comfort while improving tension and intonation.

The DKAF8 features a 26”-28” multi-scale length, mahogany body with an arched top, one-piece bolt-on maple neck with graphite reinforcement and scarf joint, 12”-16” compound radius dark rosewood fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets and offset dot inlays, Jackson die-cast tuners and AT-1 4×4 (four on top, four on bottom) headstock.Dual Jackson uncovered 7- or 8-string blade humbucking pickups power these metal beasts and can be shaped by a three-way toggle switch and volume and tone controls.

To help improve intonation, both guitars have been equipped with Jackson designed individual bridge saddles, staggered to accommodate for the two scale lengths.Available in Stained Mahogany with black hardware. Coming October 2017.

Available in two new finishes (Gloss Black or Black with Neon Pink Bevels), the RRX24 features a basswood body, one-piece through-body maple neck with graphite reinforcement and scarf joint, and a 12”-16” compound radius bound dark rosewood fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets and reverse Jackson pointed 6-in-line headstock.Decked out for today’s modern metaller, the RRX24 delivers searing tone from a pair of active Seymour Duncan Blackout pickups that can be further shaped by two volume knobs, a master tone control and three-way blade switch. Also equipped with a recessed Floyd Rose Special double-locking tremolo system for outstanding sustain and solid intonation.

A Jackson P style neck pickup and Jackson J style bridge pickup power this 4-string bass, and can be controlled by a pair of volume knobs. Also features a hardtail bridge with black base plate and Jackson branded locking tuners. Available in Neon Green, Pavo Purple, Satin Black and Satin Silver. Coming October 2017.

JS Dinky Minion JS1X (NEW COLORS!)Jackson’s popular JS Dinky Minion JS1X is now available in two new finishes—Neon Orange and Pavo Purple, and features a 2/3-scale (22.5”) that is ideal for little shredders or grownup road dogs who need an easy-traveling instrument jam-packed with the features they love.

JS RR Minion JS1X (NEW COLORS!)Available in two new finishes—Metallic Blue Burst and Neon Yellow, the JS RR Minion JS1X boasts spotlight-stealing looks and giant sound in a small package!With its 2/3-scale (22.5”), the JS Series RR Minion JS1X is perfect for little shredders or grownup road dogs who need an easy-traveling instrument jam-packed with the features they love.